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Physics Expert - Fully Remote | Upto $90/hr Remote

Mercor, Germantown, Ohio, United States

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Base Pay Range $60.00/hr - $90.00/hr

About The Job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position: Physics Competition Problem Writer

Type: Contract

Compensation: $60–$90/hour

Location: Remote

Duration: Short-term, with possibility of extension

Role Responsibilities

Write original, advanced IPhO-style problems in mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, relativity, and quantum theory.

Identify gaps in reasoning, misuse of physical laws, or dimensional inconsistencies.

Provide clear, step-by-step analytical solutions using correct LaTeX notation.

Maintain high standards of scientific clarity and Olympiad-level difficulty.

Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.

Qualifications Must-Have

IPhO, APhO, or national Olympiad medalist or participant

Problem setter, coach, or selection-committee member

Deep understanding of core physics domains (mechanics, E&M, thermo, modern physics)

Proficiency in LaTeX and analytical presentation

Ability to explain derivations clearly and succinctly

Compensation & Legal

Hourly contractor

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

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Resources & Support

For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome

For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

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